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Lazarus Chakwera

Malawi religious figure and politician

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Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera is a Malawian politician, theologian, and pastor who served as the sixth president of Malawi from 2020 to 2025. A member of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), he has served as the party's president since 2013. He also served as President of the Malawian Assemblies of God from 1989 to 2013, and during his presidency concurrently served as Minister of Defense from 2020 to 2023.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Malembo, Lilongwe wd
Citizenship
Malawi wd
Occupation
politician, theologian, teacher wd
Political party
Malawi Congress Party wd
Education
University of Malawi, Trinity International University, University of Limpopo, University of South Africa, Mtendere Secondary School wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Malawi (28 June 2020 – 4 October 2025)
  • Minister of Defence (28 June 2020 – 31 January 2023)
  • Member of the National Assembly of Malawi (since 2010)

Questions

When was Lazarus Chakwera born?
Lazarus Chakwera was born on 5 April 1955 in Malembo, Lilongwe.
What positions has Lazarus Chakwera held?
Positions held by Lazarus Chakwera include: President of Malawi (2020–2025); Minister of Defence (2020–2023); Member of the National Assembly of Malawi (since 2010).
Where did Lazarus Chakwera study?
Lazarus Chakwera was educated at University of Malawi, Trinity International University, University of Limpopo, University of South Africa.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Lazarus Chakwera · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q16202782 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Secretary Blinken Meets With Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera (52389622307) (cropped2).jpg by U.S. Department of State from United States (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 6 November 2026

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